Comparison

Langua vs Polyo

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Langua

Practice speaking a new language with an AI tutor that sounds authentic and adapts to your level. Engage in unlimited conversations, receive instant feedback, and build confidence without pressure. Focus on fluency and vocabulary that sticks through immersive practice and personalized learning tools.

Highlights
  • Unlimited speaking practice with realistic AI
  • Hands-free Call Mode for real-time conversations
  • Instant corrections with explanations
  • Reply suggestions and instant translations
  • Vocabulary building with spaced repetition
  • AI stories with saved words
Features
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We're dedicated to building the world's best AI app for language learning. Traditional apps build vocabulary. Langua builds confidence to speak - through immersive practice with intelligent AI that sounds authentic, corrects naturally, and adapts to your level. WHY LEARNERS CHOOSE LANGUA Maria C.: "I LOVE Langua! I've been using it daily for months. The chat feature is fantastic - it feels like talking to a real, empathetic language partner who corrects me and suggests more advanced phrasing. It's pressure-free and I'm encouraged by how much I'm improving both my intermediate German and my more basic Italian. I taught French for 27 years and have learned Spanish on my own in recent years. This is a fantastic tool for practicing speaking." Guy S: "Langua's AI is very sophisticated and, so far at least, not at all robotic. The conversations feel authentic. The AI provides very helpful feedback on each conversation and gives tips for improvement. Langua is invaluable for language learners like me who can't frequently visit the country where their target language is spoken." Featured in The Guardian and recommended by leading polyglots including Luca Lampariello, Olly Richards and English with Lucy. THE BEST AI FOR LANGUAGE LEARNING THROUGH CONVERSATION Unlike apps that rely on multiple choice or scripted dialogues, Langua uses advanced conversational AI that lets you express yourself freely across 20+ languages: • Unlimited speaking practice with remarkably realistic AI characters - many cloned from YouTubers we partner with. Choose from multiple dialects. • Call Mode for hands-free practice: Have real-time voice conversations while driving, walking, or relaxing. No typing needed. • Instant corrections with explanations: Get feedback in one tap or review detailed reports after each chat. • Speak your native language when stuck: Can't find the right word? Switch languages mid-conversation and the AI will help you learn the phrase. • Huge conversation library: Roleplays, debates, grammar practice, vocabulary building, or free conversation about your interests. ADAPTS TO ALL LEVELS Whether you're just starting or already conversational, Langua adapts to you. Zero pressure to perform perfectly - our intelligent support features let you converse confidently at any level: • Reply suggestions when you're not sure what to say • Instant translations with usage examples • Innovative guided conversation course for beginners Advanced learners enjoy sophisticated conversations with cultural insights and colloquial expressions to break through the intermediate plateau. Practice freely, make mistakes, and learn in a judgment-free environment. BUILD VOCABULARY THAT STICKS • Get instant translations with usage examples and similar phrases • Save words and let the AI weave them into chats • Master vocabulary with spaced repetition flashcards • Read AI stories packed with your saved words for reinforcement REAL RESULTS Join thousands of language learners who practice daily with Langua. Our members consistently report faster progress in speaking confidence compared to traditional apps. TRY FOR FREE Start with a free conversation, then unlock unlimited practice with our risk-free trial. Discover why learners worldwide trust Langua for their daily speaking practice. Need help? Our support team (real humans!) is ready to answer your questions and help you succeed. AVAILABLE LANGUAGES: AI for English • AI for Spanish • AI for French • AI for German • AI for Italian • AI for Portuguese • AI for Dutch • AI for Swedish • AI for Romanian • AI for Russian • AI for Greek • AI for Turkish • AI for Danish • AI for Norwegian • AI for Finnish • AI for Polish • AI for Czech • AI for Croatian • AI for Japanese • AI for Chinese • AI for Korean • AI for Hindi Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Polyo

This app helps you monitor your progress in learning multiple languages. Log study hours, categorize activities, and track your growth to stay consistent and accountable on your learning journey.

Highlights
  • Track language study across multiple languages
  • Log study hours
  • Categorize learning activities
  • Monitor language learning growth
  • Promotes consistency and accountability
Features
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Polyo helps you track your language study across multiple languages and skills. Log your hours. Categorize your activities. Monitor your growth. Whether you're learning Spanish, French, Korean, or more, Polyo gives you a simple way to stay consistent and accountable. Built for learners who care about long-term progress.

Screenshots

Langua4 screens
Polyo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Polyo at 100% against Langua's 58%. Polyo also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and ads (none vs shown). Langua's advantage is ratings volume (2.6K vs 6) and chart position (#182 vs unranked). On price, update cadence and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Langua sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Polyo asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Polyo holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Langua has 2.6K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Langua's written reviews are positive against 100% of Polyo's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Langua ships an update every 3 weeks, Polyo monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Langua versus Polyo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLanguaPolyo
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (2.6K ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews57.6% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.6K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#182 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB54 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperLanguaTalk Inc.Kaleb McKelvey

Customer experience

Langua

All ratings2,623 ratings
Positive89.2%
Neutral4.5%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews380 reviews
Positive57.6%
Neutral11.3%
Negative31.1%

Polyo

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Langua

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Recording errors causing the app to become unusable
  • Compatibility issues with older devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to suggest pronunciation changes
  • Default playback speed control for AI conversations
  • Controls for sentence length and vocabulary level in AI conversations
  • More beginner-level podcast and content options
  • Support for additional languages like Mandarin Chinese

Polyo

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Langua

Subscriptions6
  • Langua Pro Communicate Monthly3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Langua Pro Unlimited - Monthly3 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Langua Pro (Communicate) - 3 months3 Days trial$49.993 Months
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  • Langua Pro (Unlimited) - 3 months3 Days trial$69.993 Months
  • Langua Pro Communicate Annual7 Days trial$149.991 Year
  • Langua Pro Unlimited - Annual7 Days trial$199.991 Year
None

Polyo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Langua free?
Langua is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Polyo free?
Polyo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Langua or Polyo?
Polyo is rated higher. Langua averages 4.6 out of 5 from 2.6K ratings, while Polyo averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Langua or Polyo have ads?
Langua shows ads; Polyo does not.
Which is updated more often, Langua or Polyo?
Langua ships an update every 3 weeks, and Polyo monthly. Most recently, Langua was updated on October 18, 2026 and Polyo on October 1, 2026.

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